Shock-proofing project
Shock-proofing projects
We are making a $32 million investment in workers and employers in Canada. These 64 innovation projects explore ways evolving or emerging sectors and technologies can support workers displaced from socio-economic shocks as well as strengthening the economy of tomorrow.
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Resilient newcomer women in Northwestern Ontario
Research aims to identify opportunities and barriers to full labour participation by newcomer women in the wake of COVID-19.
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Language learning for young newcomers
BCIT students pursuing skilled jobs receive English language training and content to support them in their studies and job search efforts.
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Cook to connect
Cook to Connect supports newcomers’ transition into the workplace through an innovative program that provides employment support and skills for the food service industry.
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National Accessibility Resources for Employers (NARE)
This project will create and share resources for employers in disability management on a national basis to improve processes and policies to engage, accommodate, and keep employees with disabilities.
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Georgian College: Digital transformation strategy
This project will increase knowledge, skills, comfort, and use of extended reality technologies.
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TIMES 2.0
This research will provide data that enables the Yonge Street Mission to better understand and support the journey to gainful employment for those living in poverty.
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Leadership development for Indigenous communities
Indigenous communities will be empowered through a national Indigenous leadership program with links to industry and career development opportunities.
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Services to social impact
Young women will transition out of the services sector and into social entrepreneurship as this program equips them with social, emotional and entrepreneurship skills to launch social impact businesses and through one-on-one coaching.
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Students’ soft skills at CCNB
To ensure students experience a successful transition from their post-secondary education to the work market, CCNB is accompanying them in the development of interpersonal and soft skills, thus contributing to meet New Brunswick’s employers’ expectations of well-qualified future workers.